Because the deed lists the owners as tenants in common rather than joint tenants with right of survivorship, your mother’s 50% interest does not automatically transfer to the surviving coโowner. At her death, her share must go through Florida probate, and title will pass to the beneficiary named in her will—or, if she had no will, to her heirs under Florida’s intestate succession laws. To move forward with any sale of the property, you’ll need a Florida probate attorney to handle the administration and transfer of her 50% interest.
I am very sorry about your loss. A tax attorney is not the right type of attorney to assist with your question. You need to work with an estate planning/probate attorney to get the title/deed updated.
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